Positioned in Suzuki's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Suzuki VanVan utilizes a 199 cc (12.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 16.1 HP (11.7 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 15 Nm (11.1 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 80.9 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the VanVan measures 121 kg (267 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.52 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,375 mm (54.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6.5-liter (1.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
80.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.52 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
770 mm (30.3 in)
Engine
Displacement199.0 ccm (12.14 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power16.1 HP (11.7 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque15.0 Nm (1.5 kgf-m or 11.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionFull transistor system
LubricationWet sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multiplate
Chassis
Frame TypeDiamond
Wheelbase1375 mm (54.1 inches)
Ground Clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/80-18
Rear Tyre180/80-14
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight121.0 kg (266.8 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1330 HP/kg
Seat Height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Brakes
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Transmission
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